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Negotiation Made Simple
Welcome to Negotiation Made Simple where we help you master the art of negotiation and win your next deal. Over the last 15 years, John Lowry has helped thousands of people in Fortune 500 companies master the art of negotiation. Now, he wants to help you. Through this podcast, he will teach you the skills you need to become a master negotiator. Every episode, explore practical tips that will help make negotiation easier, give you more confidence, and ensure you win the deal not just in your professional life, but in all corners of your life. We’ll also have some fun along the way with Q&As, interviews, and coaching sessions. Whether you know it or not, there’s too much at stake for you not to master negotiation, so tune in every week here on Negotiation Made Simple.
Negotiation Made Simple
From the Marines to Building a Billion-Dollar Bank: CEO Aaron Dorn on Negotiation and Grit
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In this episode of Negotiation Made Simple, we sit down with Aaron Dorn, CEO of Studio Bank and former U.S. Marine Corps officer, to explore what it really takes to lead, negotiate, and grow in today’s business world. From founding a billion-dollar bank to navigating high-stakes deals, Aaron shares hard-earned wisdom on the people side of negotiation, the power of clarity, and how to build trust that drives results.
We dive into:
- Aaron’s journey from banking to the battlefield and back again
- The leadership lessons that shaped his approach to business
- Why great negotiators always start with understanding, not just terms
- How deal momentum, trust, and clear expectations make or break success
- What separates top-tier dealmakers from the rest
Whether you're a CEO, entrepreneur, or just someone who wants to master negotiation, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.
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